Prosthodontic Diagnostic Index

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What is the main goal of the ACP classification system?

To develop an objective method for patient screening in dental education

To improve professional communication among dentists

To provide a standardized criteria for insurance reimbursement

To identify, diagnose, and classify the completely dentate and partially dentate patient (correct)

What are some benefits of the ACP classification system?

Improved interoperator consistency

Standardized criteria suitable for use in outcomes assessment and research

Improved diagnostic consistency

All of the above (correct)

In which year was the ACP classification system developed?

2004 (correct)

2018

2002

2017

What will be discussed in a separate lecture following this one?

Categories and diagnostic criteria for the completely dentate, partially edentulous patients Signup and view all the answers

According to the classification system for the completely dentate patient, when are abutments considered to have a guarded prognosis?

When abutments in 4 or more sextants have insufficient tooth structure to retain or support restorations Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the classification system for complete edentulism, what does it mean when the residual ridge morphology conforms to the Class IV description?

The residual ridge morphology is unfavorable for retention of restorations Signup and view all the answers

Based on the additional guidelines, what effect does the presence of TMD symptoms have on the classification of Class I and II patients?

It raises the classification by 1 level Signup and view all the answers

According to the references, who proposed the classification system for the completely dentate patient?

McGarry and Nimmo Signup and view all the answers

What impact do esthetic concerns or challenges have on the classification of Class I and II patients according to the additional guidelines?

Raises the classification by 1 level Signup and view all the answers

When should the classification of a patient be reassessed according to the additional guidelines?

After existing prostheses are removed Signup and view all the answers

In a situation where there is an edentulous maxilla opposing a partially edentulous mandible, how should it be classified according to the additional guidelines?

It should be classified separately for each individual jaw Signup and view all the answers

According to the classification system for partial edentulism, how many references were authored by McGarry, Nimmo, Skiba, Ahlstrom, and Smith?

5 Signup and view all the answers

Which classification of edentulous area is confined to a single arch, does not compromise the physiologic support of the abutments, and requires no preprosthetic therapy?

Ideal or minimally compromised edentulous area Signup and view all the answers

What type of abutment condition is associated with the moderately compromised edentulous area?

Moderately compromised, with abutments in one or two sextants having insufficient tooth structure Signup and view all the answers

Which residual ridge morphology conforms to the Class III complete edentulism description?

Class III complete edentulism Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the substantially compromised edentulous area?

Compromises the physiologic support of the abutments Signup and view all the answers

In which type of edentulous area is the occlusion substantially compromised?

Substantially compromised edentulous area Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the severely compromised edentulous area?

Compromises the physiologic support of the abutments Signup and view all the answers

Which classification involves a completely dentate individual with an intact, symmetric dental arch of at least 12 teeth?

Class I Signup and view all the answers

In which classification does the patient have moderately compromised tooth condition and pathology affecting the coronal morphology of 4 or more teeth in one sextant?

Class II Signup and view all the answers

Which classification involves substantially compromised tooth condition, with insufficient tooth structure for restorations in 2 sextants?

Class III Signup and view all the answers

Severely compromised tooth condition, widespread pathology, and severe manifestations of local or systemic disease are characteristics of which classification?

Class IV Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic criteria are used to assess partially edentulous individuals?

Location and extent of edentulous area(s), condition of abutments, occlusion, and residual ridge characteristics Signup and view all the answers

How does the presence of TMD symptoms affect the classification for Class I and II patients?

Raises the classification by 1 level Signup and view all the answers

When is the patient classified at the highest checked box?

Always Signup and view all the answers

What raises the classification by 1 level for Class I and II patients?

Esthetic concerns or challenges Signup and view all the answers

What may be required to reassess the classification?

After existing prostheses are removed Signup and view all the answers

What do partially edentulous individuals have an absence of?

Some but not all natural teeth in a dental arch Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The text discusses a decision-making process for referrals in prosthodontics, as outlined in various articles published in the Journal of Prosthodontics.
Classifications are based on tooth condition and occlusal scheme.

Class I:

Completely dentate individual with an intact, symmetric dental arch of at least 12 teeth.
Ideal or minimally compromised tooth condition, with no localized adjunctive therapy required.
Ideal or minimally compromised occlusal scheme, with no preprosthetic therapy required.

Class II:

Moderately compromised tooth condition, with insufficient tooth structure available to retain or support restorations in one sextant.
Pathology affecting the coronal morphology of 4 or more teeth in a sextant, with possible presence in 2 sextants and opposing arches.
Intact anterior guidance, with occlusal scheme requiring localized adjunctive therapy.

Class III:

Substantially compromised tooth condition, with insufficient tooth structure for restorations in 2 sextants.
Pathology affecting the coronal morphology of 4 or more teeth in 3 or more sextants, possibly occurring in the same or opposing arches.
Teeth require localized adjunctive therapy in 2 sextants.

Class IV:

Severely compromised tooth condition, with insufficient tooth structure for restorations in 3 or more sextants and widespread pathology.
Severe manifestations of local or systemic disease, sequelae from oncologic treatment, maxillomandibular dyskinesia and/or ataxia.

Classification guidelines:

Patient is always classified at the highest checked box.
Classification may need to be reassessed after existing prostheses are removed.
Esthetic concerns or challenges raise the classification by 1 level for Class I and II patients.
Presence of TMD symptoms raises the classification by 1 or more levels for Class I and II patients.

Partially edentulous individuals:

Absence of some but not all natural teeth in a dental arch.
Diagnostic criteria include location and extent of edentulous area(s), condition of abutments, occlusion, and residual ridge characteristics.
Classification is based on the condition of the remaining teeth and remaining structures.

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Test your knowledge on the classification of edentulous areas in prosthodontics. This quiz covers the ideal and minimally compromised conditions for edentulous areas, as well as the specific criteria for different arches and tooth spans.